Summer Iced Tea
Quench your thirst on hot days with this refreshing Summer Iced Tea, a simple yet flavorful beverage perfect for backyard barbecues, picnics, or lazy afternoons on the patio. Made with robust black tea, a hint of citrus from freshly squeezed lemon juice, and the subtle sweetness of granulated sugar, this iced tea strikes the perfect balance of tart and sweet. Infused with cooling fresh mint and served over plenty of ice, every sip bursts with invigorating flavors that embody the essence of summer. Quick to prepare with just 10 minutes of prep time and 5 minutes of cooking, this recipe yields a chilled, crowd-pleasing drink for 4. Serve with an extra slice of lemon and a sprig of mint for a touch of elegance, and let the sunny vibes flow!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces black tea bags
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 piece lemon
- 5 pieces fresh mint leaves
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 2 cups cold water
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan.
Once boiling, remove the saucepan from the heat and add the black tea bags.
Let the tea bags steep for 5 minutes to extract a rich flavor.
Remove the tea bags and stir in the granulated sugar while the liquid is still hot until fully dissolved.
Cut the lemon in half. Slice one half into thin rounds for garnish and juice the other half.
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice to the tea mixture. Stir well to combine.
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, about 15-20 minutes.
In a large pitcher, add the ice cubes and fresh mint leaves. Lightly bruise the mint leaves with a spoon to release their aroma.
Pour the cooled tea over the ice and mint in the pitcher.
Top with 2 cups of cold water and stir gently to combine.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to ensure the iced tea is chilled and flavors are well blended.
Serve in glasses over additional ice cubes if desired, and garnish with a lemon slice and a sprig of mint.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
18 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.8 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 96 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
